The Simplified Acquisition Program has become many contractors' secret weapon when it comes to scoring work from the federal government. While most contractors simply file their SAM registration and wait for Uncle Sam to call with a billion dollar contract, the smart successful businesses market their business to purchasing officers and aim for the smaller everyday purchases the government makes every day. What most businesses don't know is that many contracts under the threshold are never publicly advertised; instead federal agencies call a vendor or two directly for a quote and buy the product or service they need on the spot.
According to the Federal Acquisition Regulations, any purchases under $150,000 are subject to simplified acquisition procedures and do not need to go through formal contract bids. There are some exceptions depending upon the product, service or industry - some purchases worth millions may also be subject to SAP rules. Very small purchases, called "micro purchases", are even easier to complete. These transactions are under $3000 and can be completed as simply as you might call up a business in the phone book to make a purchase.
The most important quality of SAP however is that these kinds of contracts are generally not advertised or listed publicly. The only way to find out about them is to develop a relationship with purchasing officers. This can be accomplished through an aggressive marketing program. By reaching out to procurement officers and explaining their company's capabilities, businesses can make sure they are considered when agencies contact small businesses looking for quotes.
To help small businesses take advantage of these opportunities, US Federal Contractor Registration has developed their Simplified Acquisition Program. This program has helped generate millions of dollars of revenue for many struggling vendors, including Mac Made Easy, Creative Tent International, Excel Concrete, Suburban Surgical Co., Inc, and Nancys I.T. Guy. The Simplified Acquisition Program includes everything vendors need to start doing business with the federal government, including System for Award Management registration, a seven page website in the standard Federal Government format, branded domain name and hosting, search engine optimization, customized official government profile, monthly email bid notification and contract support.
To get started with the Simplified Acquisition Program, call US Federal Contractor Registration's Contractor Hotline today. A live Acquisition Specialist can also provide information on becoming a Verified Vendor and other registration programs your business may qualify for, such as HUBZone or Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) registration.
US Federal Contractor Registration provides registration services and access to the Simplified Acquisition Program. The Simplified Acquisition Program was designed around the government contract rulings as set forth in the Federal Acquisition Regulations. Simplified Acquisition contracts are government contracts that range in size between $2,500 and $150,000.
According to the Federal Acquisition Regulations, any purchases under $150,000 are subject to simplified acquisition procedures and do not need to go through formal contract bids. There are some exceptions depending upon the product, service or industry - some purchases worth millions may also be subject to SAP rules. Very small purchases, called "micro purchases", are even easier to complete. These transactions are under $3000 and can be completed as simply as you might call up a business in the phone book to make a purchase.
The most important quality of SAP however is that these kinds of contracts are generally not advertised or listed publicly. The only way to find out about them is to develop a relationship with purchasing officers. This can be accomplished through an aggressive marketing program. By reaching out to procurement officers and explaining their company's capabilities, businesses can make sure they are considered when agencies contact small businesses looking for quotes.
To help small businesses take advantage of these opportunities, US Federal Contractor Registration has developed their Simplified Acquisition Program. This program has helped generate millions of dollars of revenue for many struggling vendors, including Mac Made Easy, Creative Tent International, Excel Concrete, Suburban Surgical Co., Inc, and Nancys I.T. Guy. The Simplified Acquisition Program includes everything vendors need to start doing business with the federal government, including System for Award Management registration, a seven page website in the standard Federal Government format, branded domain name and hosting, search engine optimization, customized official government profile, monthly email bid notification and contract support.
To get started with the Simplified Acquisition Program, call US Federal Contractor Registration's Contractor Hotline today. A live Acquisition Specialist can also provide information on becoming a Verified Vendor and other registration programs your business may qualify for, such as HUBZone or Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) registration.
US Federal Contractor Registration provides registration services and access to the Simplified Acquisition Program. The Simplified Acquisition Program was designed around the government contract rulings as set forth in the Federal Acquisition Regulations. Simplified Acquisition contracts are government contracts that range in size between $2,500 and $150,000.
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